March 13th, 202609Franklin, VA – Bronco Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce the appointment of Chantal Dalton as Member Business Services Manager, effective February 2, 2026. Based primarily in Bronco’s Franklin branch, Chantal will serve business members throughout the credit union’s full field of membership.
Chantal brings nearly two decades of experience in financial services, having worked in the industry since 2007. Prior to joining Bronco Federal Credit Union, Chantal served as a Relationship Banker at BB&T (now Truist) and as a Branch Manager at Farmers Bank, where she developed strong expertise in business account services,...
March 9th, 202608One of only 78 organizations worldwide — out of tens of millions of employees surveyed globally — to receive this distinction
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — Langley Federal Credit Union has been named a 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award winner, earning recognition as one of the most exceptional workplaces on the planet.
The scale of this achievement is significant. Gallup administers its Q12 employee engagement survey to organizations across more than 160 countries, capturing the experiences of tens of millions of employees worldwide. The barrier to entry alone is steep: only 5% of surveyed organizations qualify to apply for the...
March 9th, 202608Virginia Credit Union (VACU), a member-owned financial cooperative with 1,100 employees and 490,000 members, has achieved a double milestone: receiving the 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (GEWA) for the fourth consecutive year while earning recognition from Gallup for its strengths-based culture for the first time.
The dual honors position VACU among an elite group of organizations worldwide that excel at both employee engagement and strengths-based development. Each year, the global research and analytics giant Gallup invites companies meeting a certain standard of excellence to vie for the prestigious GEWA, which recognizes the...
February 27th, 2026014Personalized mobile banking, bilingual app, new credit cards, and free next-gen financial tools reinforce credit union commitment to members
Virginia Beach, VA – Chartway Credit Union today announced a series of enterprise level digital and service enhancements rolling out in 2026. These member-focused initiatives align with Chartway’s long term modernization and growth strategy, advancing both convenience and personalization while reinforcing Chartway’s purpose of unlocking the potential of individuals and families so they can thrive.
“Our 2026 digital expansion strategy underscores our commitment to meeting members where they...
February 25th, 2026013Virginia Beach, VA– On February 24, 2026, Chartway Credit Union held its 67th Annual Meeting and elected by acclamation the following individuals to the board of directors:
Melinda Barbish, Incumbent
Melinda Barbish currently serves as the board chair for Chartway and has been a dedicated volunteer leader for more than a decade. Since volunteering with the credit union beginning in 2010 and joining the board in 2014, she has held numerous committee leadership roles, including chairing the Executive Compensation Committee and serving on the Asset/Liability Management and Volunteer Recruitment & Development Committees....
February 17th, 2026023Leadership updates strengthen enterprise focus, member experience, and long-term growth
Virginia Beach, VA – Chartway Credit Union today announced leadership promotions and organizational updates that reflect the credit union’s continued growth and intentional alignment to better serve members, support teams, and strengthen enterprise performance.
As Chartway evolves, these leadership changes reinforce a clear focus on responsible growth, disciplined risk management, exceptional member experiences, and strong financial stewardship across the organization.
Rob Keatts has been promoted from executive vice president and chief...
February 12th, 2026028Credit Union Sees Continued Growth in Capital, Liquidity and Member Impact
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — Langley Federal Credit Union today announced continued financial strength and solid performance for the year ended 2025, highlighted by growth in net worth, increased liquidity, strong earnings and expanded member services. Langley FCU closed the year with 402,059 members, over $5.6 billion in assets and a fortified capital position that supports long-term stability and service excellence.
“Langley’s 2025 results reflect our commitment to financial strength, sound risk management and delivering exceptional value to our members and...
February 12th, 2026028Blue Eagle® Credit Union awards $10,000 in scholarships annually. The 2026 Alexander Scholarship application is available at BlueEagleCreditUnion.com and the deadline to apply is March 15, 2026.
What’s different about this scholarship? It’s not just for graduating high school seniors. This scholarship offers an opportunity for those already in higher education, adults going back to school, or others seeking to further their education in a certified tech or vocational school program as well. This is just one of several unique education programs offered at Blue Eagle Credit Union.
These education programs offer grants, scholarships,...
February 6th, 2026052Richmond, Virginia - Virginia Credit Union recently donated $150,000 to support the YMCA of Greater Richmond, affirming the credit union’s ongoing commitment to strengthening its communities through the support of organizations and initiatives that align with its mission.
"The YMCA of Greater Richmond has been a cornerstone of our community for generations, with its work having had a profound and positive impact on countless lives," said Chris Shockley, Virginia Credit Union President and CEO. "As a longtime volunteer on the YMCA's board of directors, I’ve witnessed firsthand how the Y is changing the lives of individuals and families....